Assembly Line
Debunking the myth of the $70-per-hour autoworker.
But the next time you hear somebody say the unions have to make serious salary and benefit concessions, keep in mind that they already have--enough to keep the companies competitive, if only they can survive this crisis. Full Story »
Posted by Chris Finnie
Though this article doesn't bring it up, it does demonstrate why so many U.S. companies are now pushing for healthcare reform. Our current system puts them at a competitive disadvantage, and will continue to do so for decades to come. However, it's hard for me to blame labor when they're just trying to get decent care for their members.